December 19 ~ John 9:4-5
Look instead for what God can do. We need to be energetically at work for the One who sent me here, working while the sun shines. When night falls, the workday is over. For as long as I am in the world, there is plenty of light. I am the world’s Light.”
Scripture quotations from The Message. © 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2001, 2002 by Eugene Peterson. Used by permission of NavPress, Colorado Springs, CO. All rights reserved.
In the mornings when I wake up, I have a routine that includes walking through our house and turning on lights. Right now, there are quite a few extra strands for the holidays…on the Christmas tree(s), in a couple of lighted holiday decorations, and even in a few unexpected locations. Lights adorn our front porch and some yard ornaments…and “candles” illuminate each dormer window. As each switch is turned or plug is inserted into an outlet, the rooms come alive with the bright sparkle of the tiny white lights…and a sense of warmth and coziness settle over me. These lights say to me, “Welcome! There is love in this house!”
Jesus is the world’s Light. God sent Him to earth to accomplish many things, including our salvation through His death on the cross. The light of His love and care wafts over us like an everlasting coat of warmth and coziness. Do you feel it? Do you recognize Jesus’ existence in your life? Is He an ever-present illumination? Do you allow Jesus to work in and through you to share His GOOD NEWS with others…and in turn, do you offer them the same brightness, confidence and hope that you enjoy because of Him?
Are the lights of the Christmas season a symbol to you of the amazing power and grace of Jesus…or merely another sparkly trinket to enjoy for a month and then pack away until next year? Isn’t it time we started sharing Jesus’ light all year long…saying, “Welcome! Jesus has enough love for all of us!”…and wouldn’t this be a great season in which to begin?
©2014 Debbie Robus
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